Knowing the difference between a 1099 vs W2 employee classification is key for filing taxes. Employees receive a W-2 and independent contractors receive a 1099.

W-2 employees are hired by your company to work under your control. You tell them where to be, what to wear, how to act, and ...

A Fort Worth woman was shocked to receive a W-2 reporting nearly $30,000 in income from a job she never held. NBC 5 Responds’ Diana Zoga explains how the error may be linked to identity theft—and what ...

With rising prices, unexpected layoffs, and increasing financial uncertainty in today’s economy, having just one income ...

With tax season just getting started—the season officially opened on January 27, 2025—you’ve likely received several tax reporting forms already, or they are on their way. Here's what you ...

Get a bigger refund by knowing which work expenses you can write off, whether you're a W-2 employee or self-employed. Tiffany Wendeln Connors is a senior editor for CNET Money with a focus on ...